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Vote on current invoices for payment
The board approved payment of invoices from Chavan & Associates and MRG for services rendered.
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Public spending, fees, taxes, bonds, contracts, and the tradeoffs behind public money.
The board approved payment of invoices from Chavan & Associates and MRG for services rendered.
The board will approve the FY 24-25 audit report.
The authority adopted the 2026‑01 annual levy resolution.
The authority adopted the 2026‑02 annual Gann limit resolution.
The board adopted the fiscal year 2026‑27 budget for the library authority.
The Commission will review the 2013 Technical Advisory Committee Memorandum of Agreement.
The committee will receive a report on the FY 2026‑27 annual work plans and budgets for several commissions supported by the Office of the Clerk of the Board.
Council will approve the City’s participation in a no‑cost opioid settlement with multiple pharmaceutical companies.
Council will preview the General Fund 2026‑27 operating budget and ten‑year forecast.
The City processed and issued warrants of demands on February 26, 2026, and ACH payments on March 5, 2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
It informs taxpayers about the city's financial transactions and ensures transparency.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join in person at 620 Foster City Blvd or via the Zoom link provided.
Email: publiccomment@fostercity.org
Submit comment: No comment required; this item is for information only.
Decision update
The item “Information on Processed City/District Warrants of Demands” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided Apr 20, 2026.
Council will preview the 2026-31 Capital Improvement Program.
The Parks and Recreation Department is proposing updates to its Master Fee and Service Charges Schedule for fiscal years 2026‑2027 and 2026‑2028.
What's happening
Why it matters
The new fees will affect how much residents, nonprofits, and businesses pay to use city recreation facilities and will influence the department’s ability to cover operating costs.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting in person at 610 Foster City Boulevard or via Zoom link https://fostercity-org.zoom.us/j/82592136594
Email: publiccomment@fostercity.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by email to publiccomment@fostercity.org before 4:00 p.m. on Apr 20, 2026.
Decision update
The item “Proposed changes to Parks & Rec fee schedule FY 2026-2028” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided Apr 20, 2026.
An informational item will provide a quarterly update on the city’s grant funding, with details attached to the agenda packet.
City Council will present and consider the budget principles for fiscal year 2026-27.
What's happening
Why it matters
The budget sets spending priorities that affect all city services and tax rates for residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the City Council meeting in person or via Zoom.
Email: city.council@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit a written comment online up to one hour before the meeting start time.
Decision update
The item “Approve FY 2026-27 budget principles” passed unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided Apr 14, 2026.
The Council will vote on a resolution to lower the Utility Users Tax to zero percent. This item is listed on the consent calendar.
Board will vote on all consent calendar items in a single motion.
Board will hear testimony on proposed fee increase for assessment appeals findings of fact.
Board will receive a report from the Office of the Public Defender about its budget.
What's happening
Why it matters
Provides insight into funding for legal defense services for low‑income residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting to hear the report.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Report on Public Defender Budget” was direction provided.
Decided Apr 14, 2026.
Committee will receive an update from Santa Clara County about transferring the Fiscal Agent role to another entity as a budget stabilization approach.
The Assessment Appeals Board will hold a hearing for the listed property appeals.
The committee received a report from the County Executive on fiscal year 2026‑2027 budget proposals for departments under the Public Safety and Justice Committee.
The Assessment Appeals Board will hold a hearing for multiple property owners.
Board will review strategic planning goals for the fairgrounds.
The Board will adopt a resolution approving corrections to the identified tax rolls. This action updates property tax records for the county.
What's happening
Why it matters
Accurate tax rolls ensure fair property tax assessments for owners and proper revenue for county services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Zoom link: https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/94546018155
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email your comment to boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Decision update
The Board approved corrections to the identified tax rolls.
Decided Apr 7, 2026.